"But anyhow they are better than Winthrop's?"
"Certainly — when Winthrop is at his work."
"Well, the other day he said they were too good for him to help Winthrop load the cart; and I think he should pull them off!"
"Did Winthrop ask him?"
"No; but he knew he was going to do it."
"Rufus must take care of his clothes, or he wouldn't be fit to go to Little River, you know."
"Then he ought to take them off," said Asahel.
"He did cut wood with Winthrop all yesterday."
Asahel sat still in the corner, looking uncomfortable.
"Where are they now, mamma?"